How do you equip yourself to be a great boss? Imagine how useful it would be to have a "one-stop shop" where you could explore a huge selection of management tools.

Well, step right in! Whether you're a new or experienced manager, you can discover 114 of our top management tools with our bumper article,
Team Management - Start Here.

You'll likely play many roles as a manager as you deal with a bewildering array of situations. Your team will also have a range of characters and abilities. You can learn how to turn these diverse personalities into a highly effective team with our articles,
Mintzberg's Management Roles and
Improving Group Dynamics.

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Bob Little looks why L&D professionals are under-represented at board level, and offers his tips on how to reach the top.

A Final Note

Even if you think that your team is performing like a well-oiled machine under your leadership, you can't "rest on your laurels." To be a great boss, you need to keep learning new skills and developing your existing ones. And whatever situation you find yourself in, chances are that Mind Tools has the resources to help.

Next week, you can explore strategies for driving positive change in your life and career. Also, watch our new video to discover how to match your leadership style to your team's level of development.

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